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NSERC prizes applaud the contributions and talent of outstanding members of the science and engineering research community

Exceptional achievement

Persistent excellence and influence. Major contributions to sciences and engineering.

Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold Medal for Science and Engineering

Individual award, up to $1M.

Outstanding advance

At the cutting edge. Exciting and impactful research that marks a major advance in understanding. Major contributions to the research ecosystem.

John C. Polanyi Award

Individual or team award, up to $250K.

Interdisciplinary research

A track record of combining complementary expertise from different disciplines creating a unique synergy to build strength, foster unexpected connections and deliver outstanding achievements.

Brockhouse Canada Prize for Interdisciplinary Research in Science and Engineering

Team award, up to $250K.

Societal impact

Outstanding research and contributions benefitting the Canadian society, environment or economy.

Donna Strickland Prize for Societal Impact of Natural Sciences and Engineering Research

Individual or team award, up to $250K.

Early career development

Exceptionally promising work. Canada's emerging research leaders.

Arthur B. McDonald Fellowships

Up to 6 fellowships of $250K each.

Research partnerships

Innovative and impactful research collaborations.

Synergy Awards for Innovation

Up to 4 awards of $200K each.

Science promotion

Recognition for those working to promote science culture.

NSERC Awards for Science Promotion

1 Group award, $25K, 1 Individual award, $10K.

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